From the muddy fields to the shining mats, over the years there has been a gradual change in the trends of the game but the spirit of the game remains unchanged. Based on the format of the Indian Premier League,Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is an initiative of Mashal Sports. The new, modern, international and competitive face of Kabaddi made it a big hit throughout the length and breadth of the globe.

PKL was formed as first of its kind league bringing together the finest sporting talents from North, Central, South and East India and popularizing this spectacular, high octane sport of Kabaddi. The players have become role models for the youth of India. Pro Kabaddi is played in a caravan format with each team playing each other twice. Star Sports, the world renowned sports Broadcaster covers the event live on television for millions to view on prime time across India and the world and IMG, the world’s leading sports marketing, media & event management company is the official TV production partner for the event.

The opening season of PKL turned out to be a huge success as it witnessed a viewership that accounted to approximately being 435 million and only second to the 7th season of IPL. There was immersive Spectator experience with 92% average stadia fall to watch live action. Backed by the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF), Asian Kabaddi Federation (AKF) and the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI),Pro Kabaddi League is seen as the game changer and an initiative to further popularize this spectacular, high octane sport of kabaddi and make it India's number # 1 RURBAN sport.